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Caffeine 3% + Escin 1% Face Serum

The Ordinary

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Highlights

  • Vegan
  • Salicylic acid (BHA)
  • Good for: Redness

Details & care

What it is: This serum helps to energize and refresh tired-looking, dull skin by making skin look healthier and more well-rested.

Who it's for: Normal skin types

What it does: The serum-textured formulation combats the look of tiredness by skin, appearing firmer, lifted and more defined.

How to use: Apply a few drops to the face in the morning and evening. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes.

  • Vegan
  • Paraben-free; formaldehyde-free
  • Made in Canada
  • Item #11494817
  • Core Product ID 33333BASAC

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Ethyl Macadamiate, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Caffeine, Propanediol, Glycerin, Maltodextrin, Escin, Bacillus Ferment, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Isoceteth-20, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Malic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tocopherol, Salicylic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging

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The Ordinary

The Ordinary is democratizing skin care by bringing well-known active ingredients to market at sensible price points. All products are made in the brand's lab, tested on humans (The Ordinary is vegan and cruelty-free) and use ingredients at their highest quality and most effective concentrations. The Ordinary is Clinical Formulations with Integrity.

Reviews

(142)1424.8 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Sept 4, 2026

Wow

As I had reviewed the Volufiline, I am a total skeptic and don’t believe anything works, but this and the Volufiline have done wonders on my aging face. Even the droop under my chin seems to be getting better love these two items.
Jelly

Most helpful critical review

July 8, 2026

Don’t use!

I bought this expecting great results however it burned my skin so bad I had to go to the ER. I usually yucca everything, but did not this because the ordinary shouts about there ingredients. Yuka gives it a poor score.
Grim

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Sept 4, 2026

Wow

As I had reviewed the Volufiline, I am a total skeptic and don’t believe anything works, but this and the Volufiline have done wonders on my aging face. Even the droop under my chin seems to be getting better love these two items.
Jelly
Aug 21, 2026

Careful with acne prone skin

This is the first product from the Ordinary that I do not love. I have acne prone skin that has clear since I diligently started using my regime from this brand two years ago. I added this serum about three months ago and every time I use it I break out again. It may be really great for someone who is less sensitive to acne but for me at least it seems to be too intense.
Ilse
Aug 18, 2026

Great skin serum!

I bought this a month ago and just started using it. It’s a wonderful creamy formula that goes on well and makes my skin feel tighter, instantly! I don’t know how much it can actually do for me, as I am 67 years old, but I love what it does, so far! It’s non-drying and even seems to exfoliate, a little.
Anomar
Aug 13, 2026

Lightweight and Easy to Use

I’ve been using this serum as part of my skincare routine and really like how lightweight it feels on the skin. It absorbs quickly, layers well with other products, and leaves my skin feeling fresh without any stickiness. I also like how simple and easy it is to incorporate into my daily routine.
Kristina Blackmer
Aug 10, 2026

Works with weight loss

Ok, i really like this. I’m in my 40’s and I’ve been losing weight, and I truly believe this is one of the reasons I’ve avoided the dreaded turkey chin. It’s also defined my jawline and made my cheekbones pop, but not in the scary buccal fat removal way.
Liz Lemon
July 22, 2026

Hydrated

The best in the market. It works wonders. I am on my third bottle. It keeps my under eyes hydrated. My morning and night routine must.
Imila